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22 hours ago

ARKK Let's You Bet Big on Crypto Infrastructure With Top Disruptors In 2026

Cathie Wood continues to invest in Ark Innovation ETF despite market downturns, focusing on future tech and crypto infrastructure.

Charles Schwab Announces Crypto Accounts Are 'Coming Soon'

Charles Schwab is launching cryptocurrency trading accounts for 46 million clients, allowing direct trading of Bitcoin and Ether.

Cryptocurrency

Australia Mandates Financial Services Licenses for All Local Cryptocurrency Exchanges

Australia mandates cryptocurrency exchanges and custodians to obtain financial services licenses to enhance transparency and investor safety.

10 hours ago

Charles Schwab Announces Crypto Accounts Are 'Coming Soon'

Charles Schwab is launching cryptocurrency trading accounts for 46 million clients, allowing direct trading of Bitcoin and Ether.

Australia Mandates Financial Services Licenses for All Local Cryptocurrency Exchanges

Australia mandates cryptocurrency exchanges and custodians to obtain financial services licenses to enhance transparency and investor safety.

Investors Chasing AI Hardware Gains May Want to Rethink ARTY Before Adding More Exposure

The iShares Future AI & Tech ETF (ARTY) has not reflected the explosive earnings growth in the semiconductor sector.

Poker

Digital Wallets and the Future of Casino Payments in the UK

Digital wallets are preferred for online payments due to their speed, ease of use, and enhanced privacy, especially in casino transactions.

For London's fintech and SaaS firms, digital risk is no longer theoretical - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reputation is a critical business variable for fintech and SaaS companies, impacting partnerships, regulations, and revenue.

Fundraising

Binance Commits $500K to Scale National Ukraine Web3 Ecosystem Growth

Binance launches the Digital Resilience Lab in Ukraine to enhance Web3 solutions through funding and mentorship.

Privacy professionals

fromSilicon Canals

Fintech apps demand your passport for verification - then leave it on an unprotected server - Silicon Canals

Duc's exposed server revealed unprotected sensitive personal data, highlighting significant gaps in fintech data protection practices.

Business intelligence

Wall Street Calls Snowflake a Top AI Infrastructure Pick

Benchmark rates Snowflake as a Buy with a $190 target, highlighting its role in the $500B AI Data Cloud market.

Remote teams

How smart founders are saving money by outsourcing dev work - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Founders are increasingly outsourcing technical work to manage costs and maintain flexibility in their businesses.

Startup funding shatters all records in Q1 | TechCrunch

Global startup investment reached $297 billion in Q1 2026, driven by four record-breaking deals, significantly surpassing previous funding levels.

Australia Passes Landmark Crypto Law, Mandates Licensing For Exchanges And Custodians

Australia has established a comprehensive digital asset framework requiring crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain financial services licenses.

New Crypto PAC Targets US Digital Asset Legislation With Anchorage Digital and Chainlink Support

BLF is a hybrid PAC supporting candidates favorable to digital asset policy through direct contributions and independent expenditures.

EU data protection

Australia Passes Landmark Crypto Law, Mandates Licensing For Exchanges And Custodians

Australia has established a comprehensive digital asset framework requiring crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain financial services licenses.

New Crypto PAC Targets US Digital Asset Legislation With Anchorage Digital and Chainlink Support

BLF is a hybrid PAC supporting candidates favorable to digital asset policy through direct contributions and independent expenditures.

more#digital-assets

Bootstrapping

How to run an accounting firm like a business (not just a practice) - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Accountants often struggle to transition from a practice, reliant on individual talent, to a sustainable business with systems and processes.

NYC music

fromRAIN News

RAIN Notes: March 30

iHeartMedia plans a unified national radio experience for America's 250th birthday with synchronized broadcasts and major celebrations.

European startups

fromSecurityWeek

Huskeys Emerges From Stealth With $8 Million in Funding

Huskeys, an Israeli cybersecurity startup, launched with $8 million in seed funding to enhance edge security management for modern environments.

UK politics

UK's big, risky AI bet podcast

The UK has invested heavily in AI, but many projects are delayed and spending commitments are unclear.

Retirement

fromSubstack

BuzzFeed's AI Collapse, Coinbase vs. Big Banks, and the SpaceX IPO Is Official - Episode 182

Markets and technology are rapidly evolving, impacting companies like BuzzFeed, Coinbase, and SpaceX.

Tech industry

6 days ago

Mark Zuckerberg texted Elon Musk to offer help with DOGE | TechCrunch

Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg's relationship improved, with Zuckerberg offering support during Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI.

13 hours ago

Charles Schwab Signals Direct Bitcoin Trading Push

Charles Schwab is launching a product for direct cryptocurrency trading, expanding its services into digital assets for retail investors.

SoFi Can't Shake the Doubts, but Its Stock at $15 Is Crazy

SoFi Technologies' stock plummeted 51.57% despite record revenue and profitability, driven by broader fintech sector concerns and market disconnect.

London startup

British Business Bank backs 9fin with $20m as fintech reaches unicorn status

Venture

Maven exits AccessPay in private equity deal delivering 2.5x return

Maven Capital Partners exited AccessPay, achieving a 2.5x return for investors, highlighting the growth of regional fintech outside London.

Venture

Investors back MyCredit's technology-led approach to digital lending expansion

Investors backed MyCredit’s scalable, technology-driven credit platform emphasizing automation, AI-driven risk management, and cross‑jurisdiction expansion rather than rapid loan-book growth.

17 hours ago

SoFi Can't Shake the Doubts, but Its Stock at $15 Is Crazy

SoFi Technologies' stock plummeted 51.57% despite record revenue and profitability, driven by broader fintech sector concerns and market disconnect.

British Business Bank backs 9fin with $20m as fintech reaches unicorn status

British Business Bank invested $20 million in 9fin, achieving unicorn status and enhancing the UK's fintech position.

Maven exits AccessPay in private equity deal delivering 2.5x return

Maven Capital Partners exited AccessPay, achieving a 2.5x return for investors, highlighting the growth of regional fintech outside London.

Venture

Investors back MyCredit's technology-led approach to digital lending expansion

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Artificial intelligence

Yupp.ai shuts down less than a year after launching with $33M from a16z crypto's Chris Dixon | TechCrunch

Yupp.ai, despite initial success, closed due to lack of product-market fit and rapid changes in AI model capabilities.

Information security

fromSecurityWeek

Censys Raises $70 Million for Internet Intelligence Platform

Censys raised $70 million in funding to enhance its internet intelligence platform and support global expansion.

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Business intelligence

Bitget Expands Agent Hub, Extending AI Trading From Access to Execution

Cryptocurrency

Bitget Brings Crypto Into Everyday Spending With APAC Launch of Bitget Card

Business intelligence

Bitget Expands Agent Hub, Extending AI Trading From Access to Execution

Bitget's Agent Hub now features AI capabilities for market analysis and execution, integrating 19 data tools for improved trading efficiency.

Bitget Brings Crypto Into Everyday Spending With APAC Launch of Bitget Card

Bitget launched a card enabling seamless crypto-to-fiat transactions for everyday spending in APAC markets, enhancing financial integration and user experience.

more#bitget

London

Why do global investors continue to choose London? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London remains a top global financial hub due to its international connectivity, diverse services, and strong legal framework.

European startups

fromTNW | China

Chinese tech companies pivot to Hong Kong as US and EU barriers tighten

Mainland Chinese companies increasingly use Hong Kong for IPOs, reflecting a shift in capital raising strategies amid geopolitical tensions.

Jack Dorsey Teases Bitcoin Faucet Revival With "Bitcoin Day" Post

Jack Dorsey announced a new initiative called 'Bitcoin Day' offering free Bitcoin, reviving the concept of the Bitcoin faucet.

Metaplanet Jumps To No. 3 Spot In Corporate Bitcoin Holders

Metaplanet acquired 5,075 BTC for $398 million, becoming a top corporate bitcoin holder despite a significant paper loss on its investments.

Bitcoin slides as geopolitical concerns drive risk aversion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Bitcoin's price remains stable despite geopolitical tensions and negative institutional flows.

HRF's Bitcoin Development Fund Supports 26 Projects

HRF announces 1.5 billion satoshis in grants to enhance Bitcoin infrastructure, privacy, and education for human rights and financial freedom.

14 hours ago

Jack Dorsey Teases Bitcoin Faucet Revival With "Bitcoin Day" Post

Jack Dorsey announced a new initiative called 'Bitcoin Day' offering free Bitcoin, reviving the concept of the Bitcoin faucet.

Metaplanet Jumps To No. 3 Spot In Corporate Bitcoin Holders

Metaplanet acquired 5,075 BTC for $398 million, becoming a top corporate bitcoin holder despite a significant paper loss on its investments.

Bitcoin slides as geopolitical concerns drive risk aversion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Bitcoin's price remains stable despite geopolitical tensions and negative institutional flows.

fromTNW | Investors-Funding

HRF's Bitcoin Development Fund Supports 26 Projects

HRF announces 1.5 billion satoshis in grants to enhance Bitcoin infrastructure, privacy, and education for human rights and financial freedom.

Here's Why Palantir Is Winning Everywhere, Except in the Stock Market

Palantir's stock has declined over 28% despite strong earnings, as the market has become desensitized to its performance.

Empirical Ventures secures 10M from the British Business Bank

Empirical Ventures has secured a £10 million commitment from the British Business Bank through its Regional Angels Programme, bringing the Bank's total support for the firm to £15 million. This funding will allow Empirical to write larger cheques to early-stage science-led founders across the UK, particularly outside London.

Venture

Innovate UK names winners of first Agentic AI pioneers prize

Innovate UK awarded the Agentic AI Pioneers Prize to promote innovation in artificial intelligence across various sectors.

European startups

fromTNW | Insider

Recap: Europe's top funding rounds this week (23-29 March)

European capital is increasingly focused on backing infrastructure layers across various sectors, particularly in semiconductor and AI technologies.

The hedge fund billionaire betting Miami can rival New York's Wall Street | Fortune

Ken Griffin is betting on Miami as a future financial hub, relocating Citadel to capitalize on its growth potential.

Ex-Blackstone staffers raise $25 million for startup Valinor, which aims to put private credit on the blockchain | Fortune

Valinor raises $25 million to integrate private credit with blockchain technology, aiming to bridge traditional finance and the crypto sector.

New London start-up connects freelancers and digital nomads - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

New freelancers in London can access webinars and meetups to navigate self-employment and build community connections.

Miscellaneous

How UK scaleups are using open banking APIs to fix their financial infrastructure - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Open Banking infrastructure enables real-time financial workflows for UK fintech and accounting scaleups, but implementation challenges around inconsistent bank behavior and data reliability create significant operational obstacles.

Wall Street Stays Is Bullish on Atlassian Despite KeyBanc's Price Target Cut

Atlassian's price target was cut to $130, but the long-term growth outlook remains positive despite near-term challenges.

Artificial intelligence

Are AI tokens the new signing bonus or just a cost of doing business? | TechCrunch

AI tokens are being proposed as a new form of compensation for engineers, enhancing productivity and recruitment in Silicon Valley.

Business intelligence

How Businesses Are Tackling Payment Challenges in Today's Digital Economy

Payment challenges are critical for businesses, impacting revenue, customer trust, and operational efficiency in a digital economy.

Former Coatue partner raises huge $65M seed for enterprise AI agent startup | TechCrunch

Sycamore raised $65 million in seed funding to build a comprehensive AI orchestration platform led by experienced founder Sri Viswanath.

UK news

Missing money, shipped chips and a 350,000% profit: key takeaways on AI phantom investments'

Major AI computing investments announced by the UK government lack verification mechanisms, formal contracts, and may primarily involve purchasing foreign-made chips rather than genuine economic injection into Britain.

fromwww.bbc.com

Why Chinese tech companies are racing to set up in Hong Kong

Yunji aims to use Hong Kong for international expansion amid challenges faced by Chinese tech firms abroad.

fromTearsheet

In the world of Stripe: Acquisitions, agentic AI, and stablecoins - Tearsheet

Reports suggest that Stripe is considering a PayPal acquisition, although negotiations on the subject are in early stages with no guarantee of going through.

Business

Kraken's Tokenized Equities Platform Lists VCXx Offering Exposure to SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic and More

Kraken's xStocks and Fundrise are tokenizing the Fundrise Innovation Fund, creating VCXx for global access to private company portfolios.

fromSouth China Morning Post

Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

Tokenization is transforming asset management and trading, with projections of up to $10 trillion in digital representation of real-world assets by the decade's end.

6 days ago

Kraken's Tokenized Equities Platform Lists VCXx Offering Exposure to SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic and More

Kraken's xStocks and Fundrise are tokenizing the Fundrise Innovation Fund, creating VCXx for global access to private company portfolios.

fromSouth China Morning Post

Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

Tokenization is transforming asset management and trading, with projections of up to $10 trillion in digital representation of real-world assets by the decade's end.

Dear Applied Digital Investors: April 8 Could Be the Make or Break Moment

Applied Digital Corp must deliver strong Q3 results to address significant stock decline and high debt levels.

London start-ups driving the new reward economy - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The rise of the reward economy in London start-ups is transforming user engagement through embedded incentives and cashback models.

Bootstrapping

fromwww.independent.co.uk

How digital platforms are simplifying asset financing at scale - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Asset financing lenders gain competitive advantage through custom loan structures, but operational complexity amplifies with scale unless supported by modern digital infrastructure.

UK politics

Nigel Farage takes significant stake in Kwasi Kwarteng's Bitcoin company

Nigel Farage invested £215,000 in Stack BTC, acquiring a 6.3% stake through his investment vehicle, citing Bitcoin's importance to future finance and positioning the UK as a crypto hub.

Wall Street Firms And Crypto Companies To Review Market Structure Proposals

Crypto and banking representatives are reviewing a revised stablecoin yield proposal to resolve regulatory issues surrounding yield-bearing products.

CrowdStrike Gains 4% as Morgan Stanley Names It a Top AI Security Bet

CrowdStrike stock rebounds 4% after analyst upgrades, suggesting market reassessment of previous selloff fears regarding AI's impact on cybersecurity.

EU data protection

Best Software Development Firms for Fintech in Europe (2026)

European fintech software development firms must combine PSD2, GDPR, AML/KYC, and PCI DSS compliance with cloud-native engineering, with pricing ranging €12K-€30K monthly for dedicated teams.

Revolut warns it risks backlash over support for energy-intensive AI and crypto

Revolut faces reputational risks due to its support for energy-intensive sectors like crypto and AI, despite a significant profit increase.

This 1 Tech Stock is Worth Buying Hand-Over-Fist, Even in This Environment

Arm Holdings is positioned to thrive due to a critical mismatch in tech components, particularly in battery efficiency and capacity.

Interactive Brokers Adds Bitcoin Trading In European Economic Area

Interactive Brokers has launched crypto trading for retail investors in the EEA, offering access to 11 digital assets within a unified platform.

Startup companies

Kibu secures investment offer from Peter Jones and Jenna Meek after Dragons' Den pitch

Kibu secured investment from Dragons' Den entrepreneurs for modular, repairable children's headphones designed around circular economy principles to reduce electronic waste.

Morgan Stanley Signals Bitcoin ETF Near Launch With Amendment 4 Update

Morgan Stanley is nearing the launch of a bitcoin ETF, signaling potential approval and increased competition among major issuers.

fromwww.bbc.com

IT failure leaves Hargreaves Lansdown clients unable to make transactions

Hargreaves Lansdown is experiencing technical issues affecting client access to digital services and transactions, but assets and data remain secure.

Bitgo Debuts Unified Digital Asset Financing Platform for Institutional Borrowing

Bitgo Prime launched an integrated financing platform for institutions, consolidating borrowing, lending, and collateral management into a single workflow.

Allica Bank named most recommended business bank as fintech unicorn momentum builds

Allica Bank named UK's most recommended business bank in 2026 awards, based on feedback from over 4,000 UK businesses, reflecting its success as a fintech challenger specializing in mid-sized SME lending.

Cango Secures $75M in Fresh Capital to Expand Ecohash AI Computing Platform

Cango Inc. raised $75 million to pivot towards AI and energy infrastructure, despite a significant net loss in 2025 from bitcoin mining operations.

Franklin Templeton Acquires CoinFund Spinoff For Crypto Push

Franklin Templeton acquires 250 Digital to enhance its digital asset strategy and establish a dedicated institutional crypto division.

Innovate UK pivots funding to back high-growth firms and future 'industry giants'

Innovate UK is concentrating its £1.1 billion budget on fewer high-potential companies instead of supporting hundreds of thousands of innovators annually, prioritizing scalable technology firms over broad-based support.

Keyrock Secures $1.1B Valuation After Ripple Support and SC Ventures Funding Drive Expansion

Keyrock's $1.1 billion valuation indicates increasing institutional confidence in crypto infrastructure and services.

Interactive Brokers Launches Crypto Trading for Individual Investors in Europe

Interactive Brokers enables EEA investors to trade 11 major cryptocurrencies alongside traditional assets on a single platform.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Cyber flywheel aims to kick-start UK cyber security startups | Computer Weekly

The UK government and businesses must support cyber security startups to build a self-sustaining ecosystem with momentum comparable to Israel's successful startup culture.

Digital Asset Firm Coinshares Lists on Nasdaq After $1.2 Billion Vine Hill Combination

Coinshares began trading on Nasdaq under CSHR after a $1.2 billion business combination, solidifying its position as a leading digital asset manager.

Bitget Expands Agent Hub Ecosystem Through MuleRun Partnership to Advance Agentic Trading

The collaboration marks a new milestone in AI-driven trading infrastructure as professional-level financial intelligence becomes more accessible to mainstream users.

Cryptocurrency

Former a16z crypto investor raises $10 million to launch stablecoin clearinghouse Better Money | Fortune

Stablecoins are gaining traction, prompting new startups like The Better Money Company to emerge in a competitive market.

What the next wave of fintech will look like

The fintech sector is projected to grow from $400 billion in 2026 to $1.7 trillion by 2034, with maturation shifting focus from customer acquisition to sustainable profitability and comprehensive financial services.

fromCointelegraph

How Hong Kong Is Turning Tokenized Bonds Into Real Market Infrastructure

Hong Kong's 2026-27 budget integrates tokenized bond issuance into its regulated financial market infrastructure, marking a significant shift from experimental projects.

Industry Groups Warn New Crypto Rules Could Drive Kenyan Startups Offshore

Draft regulations in Kenya's cryptocurrency industry may exclude smaller startups due to high capital requirements, concentrating market activity among larger firms.

fromAmerican Banker

Crypto wallet maker Ledger opens NYC office

Ledger is expanding its U.S. presence to provide crypto-securing technology to financial institutions interested in digital assets.

Government steps in with 25m investment to keep AI firms listed in London

I want Kraken to be known as a British success,

UK news

Miscellaneous

Bitcoin-Treasury Smarter Web Company Debuts On LSE

The Smarter Web Company listed on the London Stock Exchange Main Market, holds 2,674 bitcoin, and positions itself as Britain’s largest publicly listed bitcoin holder.

Investment in AI-resistant Halo' companies helps push UK and EU markets to record highs

Investors are shifting toward 'Halo' companies with heavy physical assets and low obsolescence risk to protect portfolios from AI disruption, driving record valuations in UK and EU markets.

SEC Approves Nasdaq Rule To Trade Tokenized Securities, Paving Way For Blockchain Integration

The SEC approved Nasdaq's rule change enabling tokenized trading of eligible securities like Russell 1000 stocks and major ETFs while maintaining full investor protections and market stability.

The future of private banking - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Private banks must evolve into integrated family-office-style stewards that coordinate holistic wealth, governance, and services rather than solely managing investment portfolios.

Mastercard to acquire crypto startup BVNK for up to $1.8 billion in largest stablecoin deal to date | Fortune

Mastercard acquires London-based stablecoin startup BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, marking the largest stablecoin acquisition in the crypto industry.

The next big thing in crypto will be tokenized stocks: Here are the likely winners and losers | Fortune

Blockchain-based stock trading is emerging as a transformative innovation with major support from NYSE and NASDAQ, positioning tokenized stocks to reshape global financial markets and corporate operations.

Strategic crypto investing today: Investor SJMine with AI-powered market intelligence - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The crypto market is no longer being dictated by speculation and trends of trading in the short run. With the evolution of digital assets, investors demand more structured, data-driven and technology-supported strategies that are more stable, transparent, and have long-term potential. With all these changes, platforms with built-in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and high-end hashing infrastructure are altering the way crypto participation operates.

Artificial intelligence

Rogo opens London office following $75 million Series C funding as AI demand surges across European finance

Rogo opened its first international office in London to expand into Europe and support enterprise-grade AI deployments across the financial sector.

Crypto Betting Companies See 500 Million Dollar Investment Jump

Venture capital pours into blockchain-based crypto betting, driving faster, cheaper, transparent, and mobile-first wagering with automated payouts and high scalability.

Have money, will travel: a16z's hunt for the next European unicorn | TechCrunch

Andreessen Horowitz actively scouts Stockholm startups, with partner Gabriel Vasquez making nine NYC–Stockholm trips and a16z leading a $2.3M pre-seed into dental AI Dentio.

Token listing on crypto exchanges - Types and benefits explained - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Crypto exchange listing is a structured process where exchanges evaluate and support tokens on their trading platforms, serving as a credibility milestone that opens access to investors and organic trading volume.

Arboris Capital Limited launches its CapGain platform - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

CapGain® is a DFSA-regulated, technology-driven DIFC platform enabling Professional Clients and Market Counterparties to evaluate and access private equity, private credit, and infrastructure opportunities.

Karavel raises 1.25m pre-seed round to modernise compliance in regulated industries

Karavel raised £1.25 million pre-seed to accelerate AI-driven compliance product development and commercial expansion across the UK and Europe for regulated sectors.